Program Management Associate (PMA) would work closely with the Program Lead. She/he will be accountable for data management, data cleaning, data analysis, reviewing progress, research, and reporting internally all program communications, data management, and analytics. She/he will also be responsible for: Support the Program Lead for program activities data management Support program reporting across multiple thematic areas, Support Finance, Human Resource (HR) and other support function in program The key responsibilities for the PMA: Support Program Managers for program related data monitoring through research, reports, pitch decks, data quality assessments and data analysisBuild program reports for donors, key stakeholders like Third Party Agencies, TechnoServe’s US Head Quarters and Program teamsCoordinate with Monitoring and Evaluation team for development and management of central data and reports repository for program tracking of deliverables engage with the Monitoring and evaluation team to support program impact studies and analysesResponsible for submission of Monthly Progress Reports (MPRs), Annual Reports (ARs) and other Pe- riodic Reports as per program/donor requirements Extensively engage with the program teams based in different locations to ensure timely and high quality update of MISes and relevant MoVs for program componentsWork with TechnoServe Fellows in their assignments e.g. value chain studies, strategic documents, and/or design other analytical frameworksSupport other cross-functional teams in the achievement of program deliverables, and multi-task on internal deliverables to support senior managementHelp promote the Program and TechnoServe’s work with immediate and related stakeholders through creation and dissemination of a variety of communication collateral and knowledge presentations. write publishable case studies/social media posts for the programAlong with the TechnoServe team bring learnings from past TechnoServe successes and proven best practices to the program implementation. Preferred Skills & Experience: This role calls for an intrinsically motivated and passionate individual, looking to work in a cross-func- tional role for program research, proposal writing, design, and development of ongoing and new projects in India. Preferred skills include: Graduate or postgraduate in Business Administration, Economics, Liberal Studies or similar discipline1 to 4 years of experience in a corporate or development sector with a keenness to work on poverty- related challenges facing agriculture, and rural and micro-entrepreneurs in India.Excellent data analytical skills and large data management in Advanced Excel is a Must, with good communication skills (written and oral) and an ability to build a convincing argument.Ability to understand and work on different business modelsShould have excellent MS Excel skills and should have the ability to synthesize large amounts of data into consumable informationShould have a self-learning attitude towards understanding and improving program's data capture, monitoring and reporting systems and enhancing efficiencyDemonstrated ability to work with a diverse team, spread across diverse geographies and to deliver in a time bound programWillingness to travel in non-metro project locations as and when Application Instructions: Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Interested candidates can send their detailed resume along with a one page cover note to : sshankar@tns.org or hetalb@tns.org TechnoServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Profile Description: Design innovative programs on value chain strengthening, improve farmer incomes, sustainable sourcing, regenerative agriculture, entrepreneurship, and conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities and gaps. Perform donor landscaping to map potential funding sources and tailor program design to align with donor priorities and market needs. Write winning proposals: Collaborate with project staff and regional leadership to design, write, and submit clear, concise, and compelling proposals that result in funding for the organization. Develop concept notes and pitch documents that garner donor interest and lay the foundation for long-term partnerships. Guide the proposal development process: develop and manage proposal calendars; facilitate kick-off and review meetings; develop the proposal outline with compliance guidelines. Support all aspects of proposal development, including coordinating complex efforts with dispersed proposal team members, drafting and updating organizational qualifications statements, editing and formatting technical proposals, drafting staffing and management sections, and supporting recon and capture efforts. Build internal capacity in new business development, ensure the adoption of best practices, initiate quality assurance systems. Coordinate with TechnoServe’s Global Program Development and Strategic Initiatives teams to share intel and best practices, contribute to global initiatives, and collaborate on proposals. Contribute to improved efficiency and effectiveness of PD operations through knowledge management, including updating and expanding PD resources, tools, and processes. Actively cultivate new prospects: create and strengthen relationships with public and private donors Liaise with public sector funding agencies, institutional foundations, corporations and other private donors. Review and support the development of budgets Preferred Skills & Experience: This role calls for an intrinsically motivated and passionate individual, looking to work in a cross-functional role for program research, proposal writing, design and development. Preferred skills include: Graduate or postgraduate in Development Economics, Journalism or similar from International or premier institutions Minimum 6 to 10 years of experience in a consulting or development sector with a keenness to work on poverty related challenges facing agriculture in India. Excellent analytical and communication skills (written and oral) and an ability to build a convincing argument Ability to understand and work on business models, high quality pitch decks Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team, spread across diverse geographies, and to deliver in a time bound program Application Instructions: Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Interested candidates can send their detailed resume along with a one page cover note to: sshankar@tns.org and hetalb@tns.org TechnoServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Business Advisory Support Developing, preparing and facilitating training topics and workshops to the beneficiary businesses/entrepreneurs. Developing strategic tools that contribute to strengthen knowledge and improve the performance and growth of the businesses. Providing targeted support, based on the specific short- and medium-term priorities identified by each enterprise. Providing one on one business advice to entrepreneurs who are beneficiaries of the program, providing comprehensive advice in different key areas (marketing and sales, costs and finances, operations, legal aspects, among others). Providing individual mentorship to program participants; diagnosing individual needs of the start-up businesses and help scale and improve their environmental impact. Facilitating the development of a business growth plan for all program beneficiaries, with clear milestones. Facilitating entrepreneurs with access to start-up funding and business support for beneficiaries through green financing firms (venture capital and impact investors). Conducting periodic meetings/workshops (either virtual or in-person) for peers to exchange ideas of tested green solutions, business models, marketing strategies, long term business strategy Supporting in making Green SGBs capable of adapting to and managing uncertainties Supporting businesses to connect with green networks to promote information sharing, collaboration, and nurture innovation. Supporting entrepreneurs in anchoring important discussions with market players; research organisations, market buyers, financial Institutions, industry experts, etc Providing technical & program management support to senior management in monitoring the project, oversee training activities and curriculum design, mobilization efforts, convergence with government schemes, etc. Providing information on the progress of the program to Senior leadership team Consolidating and reporting key data, field level intelligence, performance of enterprises and cohort and oversight to administration activities. Coordinating with Measurement, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) team and suggest key insights to ensure project targets are on track